2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 413 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Fiat | Honda |
Model | Palio II | Fit |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |